Shankar Nagar
Shankar Nagar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 153km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Shankernagar is the gram panchayat of Shankar Nagar village.
Shankar Nagar has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shankar Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shankar Nagar is 448352. The village spans a total geographical area of 328.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494777. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Shankar Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shankar Nagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shankar Nagar
Population of Shankar Nagar
Below is a concise population overview of Shankar Nagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 350 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 390 | 218 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 132 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shankar Nagar village:
- The total population of Shankar Nagar village is around 677, including approximately 350 males and 327 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Shankar Nagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Shankar Nagar village is about 57.61%, with male literacy at 62.29% and female literacy at 52.60%.
- There are around 137 households in Shankar Nagar village.
Connectivity of Shankar Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shankar Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shankar Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shankar Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shankar Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shankar Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shankar Nagar
- Where is Shankar Nagar located?
- Shankar Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shankar Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shankar Nagar is Shankernagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shankar Nagar?
- The pincode of Shankar Nagar is 494777, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shankar Nagar is 677, with 350 males and 327 females.
- How many households are there in Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shankar Nagar village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shankar Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shankar Nagar is 57.61%. The male literacy rate is 62.29%, while the female literacy rate is 52.60%.